1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat 500 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia. 2011 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Appia | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Lancia | Fiat |
Model | Appia | 500 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |